Welcome to the "Mels"... where Melville & Melillo Meet in the Saga of Moby Dick
“… a captivating love story and an adventurous tale of mankind’s struggle against sin and evil. The writing style is lyrical and noble. The characters are large and epic. If you like history and 19th Century novels, you’ll be sure to enjoy this one.” - Leah Shepherd
— Hollywood Book Reviews
“The way the author effortlessly takes you back in time, throughout the American Revolution to even the first World War, while also giving you an entirely new story based off a much-loved novel that has stood the test of time, is something which is rare and needs to be celebrated. Pick up your copy – you’ll be glad you did!” - Aly Avina
— Pacific Book Review
“Fans of the original Moby Dick will appreciate that this book maintains the "madness, the frenzy, the boiling blood and the smoking brow" adventure. The romantic storyline will also satiate those craving a thrilling love story. ... this book has something for everyone.” - Nicole Yurcaba
— The US Review of Books
Page 154-55 from Death to Moby Dick, a Love Story, on Amazon, on the STORMSite, Westwood Books and more.
Music is "to Love & be Loved" by Stephen Melillo
Musket from 1863
Whale Oil Receipt from 1860
One of Stuart Jensen's first Cover Designs
Original Form of the Novel
Isaac's Recollection Map
Isaac on the Seneca
Whale Oil, Courtesy New Bedford Whaling Museum
The Josephine, en route to Nantucket, Courtesy The New Bedford Whaling Museum
Alaska Coast charted by Isaac
A Self Portrait by Isaac
The Wainwright Inlet, charted by Isaac
News Clipping from 1871
Price per Gallon during the Civil War
Seneca in the Arctic Regions, Courtesy The New Bedford Whaling Museum
Isaacs ATK Harpoon Sketch
Isaac's Recollection Map
Stuart Jensen's Artwork
Your Friendly Neighborhood Author & Composer
The Prequel to Melville's Moby Dick... "Ahab, a Love Story"